🔍 What Australian Recruiters Prioritise

Australian hiring professionals typically review resumes in under 10 seconds, scanning for key qualifications, role fit, results, and cultural alignment.

They look for relevant job titles, concise career summaries, metrics-driven achievements, and alignment with Australian workplace values.

ScanMy.CV helps you structure your resume to appeal both to ATS and Aussie recruiters alike.

🗂️ Essential Sections in an Australian Resume

• 👤 Contact Details

  Include full name, phone number, professional email, and LinkedIn. Add your city/state (e.g., "Sydney, NSW")—no photo or personal IDs.

• 🎯 Professional Summary

  A 3–4 sentence snapshot that highlights your experience, strengths, and what you bring to an Australian employer.

• 🏢 Employment History

  Use reverse-chronological order with company, location, role, dates, and bullet points that emphasize outcomes.

• 🎓 Education & Qualifications

  Include degree, institution, dates, and any Australian or recognised overseas qualifications.

• 🛠 Key Skills

  Mention both technical and soft skills, especially those in the job description and relevant to Australia.

ScanMy.CV ensures these sections are properly structured, easily parsed, and aligned with Australian resume norms.

✨ Good‑to‑Include Optional Sections

These additions can help set your resume apart and resonate with Australian hiring managers:

• 🏅 Certifications & Licenses

  Licences like white-card, forklift, or industry-specific certifications (e.g., CHRP, CPA) are valued.

• 🌐 Volunteering & Community Work

  Highlight community involvement—Australians appreciate social responsibility and engagement.

• 📄 Professional Memberships

  Include memberships in groups like Engineers Australia, AICD, or CPA Australia.

• 📚 Professional Development

  Workshops, short courses, or training relevant to your field strengthen your credibility.

🚫 Australian Resume Mistakes to Avoid

• ❌ Including a Photo

  Photos aren’t needed and may raise bias concerns in Australia.

• ❌ Personal Details

  Omit marital status, age, or nationality—irrelevant and not typically included.

• ❌ Wordy or Vague Descriptions

  Be concise and use action-driven bullet points with measurable outcomes.

• ❌ Heavy Formatting or Graphics

  Visual overload can confuse ATS. Keep it clean with a single-column layout.

⚙️ Formatting Best Practices for Australia

• 🔠 Standard Fonts & Formatting

  Use Arial, Calibri or Times New Roman, 10–12pt, single-column format.

• 📋 Clear Section Headings

  Use title case headings like “Employment History,” “Education,” and “Key Skills.”

• 📁 ATS-Friendly File Types

  Save as .docx or basic PDF—no complex PDFs or images.

ScanMy.CV checks your resume formatting and lets you preview a polished, Australian-ready version instantly.

🌍 Using Local Keywords & Language

Australia-specific terms like “safety standards,” “industrial relations,” or sector-specific phrasing can improve your resume’s relevance.

ScanMy.CV highlights and integrates locale-specific keywords to enhance ATS match and recruiter appeal.